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This museum covers the technical improvements, zoning law changes and financial incentives that has led the skyline of Manhattan to look as it does today. Of particular interest were some interactive displays that allowed you to manually adjust the skyline to different eras; seeing how...More

It was interesting to see the progression in the NY skyline, and to learn more about the construction and development of skyscrapers. I enjoyed the documentary film showing the construction of the original WTC twin towers. Definitely worth the $5. They have a nice NYC...More

The admission is $ 5
I expected something huge or just big (like a skyscraper is); but what I found are some models on display and a lot of written information about skyscrapers.
My highlight was a 5 minute film about building the twin towers...More

I discovered this museum through Groupon. They were offering a deal and we decided to go and check it out.
The museum is VERY SMALL and walks you through the history and development of Manhattan. There are pictures and details of the Twin Towers being...More

This place is more of an exhibit rather than a museum. There are a few artifacts fact but mostly photos, maps and models. It is not interactive and I don't think that child ten would enjoy it. We were fortunate to go on a tour...More

I love architecture and skyscrapers, and had high expectations for this museum due to its purpose and location in a city such as NY. However, the place turned out to be quite small and consists of a few pictures and models - nothing too hard...More

For the city of Skyscrapers very poor, did not open until 12 noon so spent 15 mins in the book shop, more info there.
Expected more old photos, how the buildings are built, size of a double garage. Not sure who it is aimed at.

Quite a small museum but worth an hour of any skyscraper enthusiasts time, agree its not over busy or expensive and 10 minutes or so from Battery Park or World One Trade Centre.
Articles, videos and some great 3D models on show from all around...More

No sense of purpose or flow, very unimpressive displays, too much text, not enough Interesting information, frustratingly there were glimpses of more interesting looking exhibits in an area that was closed to the public, shame,even with limited space this could have been great.